Is learning English important and relevant to this new era? the answer will vary among others. Please take a look at Japanese or Koreans whose people aren't able to speak English. Only few of them, who are educated people, speak English.
However, Japan has a translation department which has responsibility to translate all foreign languages into Japanese language. Thus, Japanese don't have to understand English or another foreign language. Now, as a modern country, Japan is independent. However, Japan still needs reference to update its technology and others.
Learning English is still relevant for those who want to involve into international community for the sake of technology development, social learning, culture understanding, and many more.
Learning English may help people to be more independent because he can learn
without having any dependence on the translation department.
Thanks.
